WHAT MAKES OUR BRANDY SPECIAL
Behind every sip of brandy is an unerring commitment to creating the perfect blend, and it takes a lot to get it right.
To start with, there are 3 types of brandy categories, namely Potstill, Blended, and Vintage. Each of these has its own set of rules and regulations when it comes to distilling them. One thing they all have in common is that they must be made from 100% grape spirit.
Potstill Brandy requires that the entire content is double distilled in copper potstills. Blended Brandy requires that at least a third of the content is potstill brandy, where the balance can be neutral column still brandy. Vintage Brandy contains potstill, and matured wine spirit which must all be aged for a minimum of 8 years.
Another regulation stipulates that brandy must be matured in small 340 litre barrels, which is the smallest barrel requirement by any brandy producing region. These small barrels allow for more surface contact between the liquid and wood, achieving a more robust extraction of flavour.
Before this amber liquid can be called a brandy, the potstill brandy must then be aged for a minimum of 3 years.
South African Brandy is amongst the most highly regulated in the world. These stringent rules ensure that South Africa is home to some of the world’s most globally awarded brands.
OUR BRANDY SPECIAL
Behind every sip of brandy is an unerring commitment to creating the perfect blend, and it takes a lot to get it right.
To start with, there are 3 types of brandy categories, namely Potstill, Blended, and Vintage. Each of these has its own set of rules and regulations when it comes to distilling them. One thing they all have in common is that they must be made from 100% grape spirit.
Potstill Brandy requires that the entire content is double distilled in copper potstills. Blended Brandy requires that at least a third of the content is potstill brandy, where the balance can be neutral column still brandy. Vintage Brandy contains potstill, and matured wine spirit which must all be aged for a minimum of 8 years.
Another regulation stipulates that brandy must be matured in small 340 litre barrels, which is the smallest barrel requirement by any brandy producing region. These small barrels allow for more surface contact between the liquid and wood, achieving a more robust extraction of flavour.
Before this amber liquid can be called a brandy, the potstill brandy must then be aged for a minimum of 3 years.
South African Brandy is amongst the most highly regulated in the world. These stringent rules ensure that South Africa is home to some of the world’s most globally awarded brands.
KWV BRANDY: EQUAL PARTS
HOW IT’S MADE
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HOW TO ENJOY
Our KWV 3 & 5 blended brandies are rich in flavour and complexity whilst immensely versatile making them the perfect partner for your favourite mixer or enjoyed in a variety of delicious cocktails.
When it comes to our 100 % potstill brandies, brimming with character and layered in flavour, each has its own distinct profile. To really explore these delicate nuances, we believe they’re best enjoyed neat, on ice or with a splash of spring water.
Our KWV 3 & 5 blended brandies are rich in flavour and complexity whilst immensely versatile making them the perfect partner for your favourite mixer or enjoyed in a variety of delicious cocktails.
When it comes to our 100 % potstill brandies, brimming with character and layered in flavour, each has its own distinct profile. To really explore these delicate nuances, we believe they’re best enjoyed neat, on ice or with a splash of spring water.
